Lecturer - Creative Arts Therapies

Whitecliffe; Toronto; Ibrido; CAD 65.000 - 90.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Whitecliffe University of Applied Sciences in Toronto invites applications for a lecturer to teach Theory and Practice of Psychotherapy within the Master of Creative Arts Therapy program. The position offers hybrid delivery with on-campus or virtual options, reporting to the Program/Clinical Director.

Schedule is TBD for Spring or Fall 2027. The ideal candidate holds an MA or PhD (or equivalent) in art therapy or related fields, with at least three years of graduate teaching experience and

Competenze

• MA or PhD (or equivalent) in art therapy, creative arts therapy, expressive arts therapy or psychotherapy.
• Three years of graduate-level teaching in art therapy/creative arts therapy/psychotherapy.
• Experience teaching in-person, virtual synchronous and asynchronous formats.

Mansioni

• Teach, assess and supervise students for the duration of the course.
• Meet with students individually to support learning and provide academic advice.
• Support curriculum development and contribute to course design.

Conoscenze

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Equity, diversity, inclusion in pedag­

Research and publication record

Formazione

MA or PhD in art therapy or related field

Strumenti

D2L-Brightspace

Descrizione del lavoro

Creative Arts Therapy Lecturer Position

Position:
Lecturer

Course: Theory and Practice of Psychotherapy

Term s :
Spring or Fall 2027

Format: Hybrid, on campus or virtual

Schedule : TBD

About Whitecliffe University of Applied Sciences

Whitecliffe University of Applied Sciences , located in Toronto, is part of Whitecliffe Global Group, an international higher education group with institutions in New Zealand, Australia, Germany and Canada . A uthorized to operate in Ontario under the Ontario Post-secondary Education Choice and Excellence Act, 2000 , Whitecliffe University of Applied Sciences will offer its first program, the Master of Creative Arts Therapy (MCAT) with two specializations: art therapy and expressive arts therapy, beginning in March 2027. The MCAT program is a full-time, 60-credit, two-year program that combines theoretical, experiential, and practical learning. The program empowers aspiring therapists to harness the transformative power of creative expression in therapeutic practice, shaping the future of mental health and wellbeing services.

Job Profile

Applications are now being accepted for lecturer positions in year one. We are looking for an engaging educator to teach the following graduate level course: T heory and P ractice of P sychotherapy . Reporting to the Program/Clinical Director, you will have the opportunity to shape the learning experiences of students as well as have an impact on the development of this new program.

Responsibilities

• Teach , assess and supervise students for the duration of the course
• Meet with students o n an individual basis to support their learning and to provide academic advice
• Support c urriculum development
• The ability to inspire students’ curiosity and enthusiasm for creative arts therapy ; specifically art therapy and expressive arts therapy
• A strong interest in contributing to the continuous growth of Whitecliffe University
• Participate in f aculty meetings, quality assurance , and accreditation as required

Require d Qualifications

• Professional and educational background in the field ; MA or PhD or equivalent in art therapy, creative arts therapy, expressive arts therapy, psychotherapy
• Three years’ experience in graduate level teaching in the field of art therapy / creative arts therapy/ expressive arts therapy /psychotherapy
• Experience teaching in-person, virtual synchronous , and virtual asynchronous formats
• Minimal of five years of clinical experience in the field of art therapy/creative arts therapy/expressive arts therapy/psychotherapy; clinical supervision is an asset
• Experience in curriculum development and building courses on learning management systems (LMS ); D2L-Brightspace is an asset
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
• Certification is required : art therapy ( Registered Canadian Art therapist (RCAT) ; Ontario Art Therapy Association Registration (OATR) ), expressive arts therapy ( Expressive Arts Therapist (EXAT) ; Registered Expressive Arts Therapist (REAT) )
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• A commitment to incorporating principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching and research practice
• A active research
  and publication record is an asset

Whitecliffe is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any support or adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.